Tyranny and Mutation
Blue Öyster Cult · 1973
38 min · 8 tracks · hard rock · heavy metal · progressive rock
A surreal blend of hard rock and psychedelic sounds that challenge conventional song structures.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like pacing with surprises
- surreal soundscapes for exploration
- dynamic peaks and valleys
- engaging narratives throughout tracks
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer straightforward song structures
- seek instant gratification tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in January 1973, 'Tyranny and Mutation' was Blue Öyster Cult's second album, following their self-titled debut. At this stage, they were beginning to refine their unique sound, exploring darker themes and more complex arrangements that would later define their style.
- Stylistic neighbors
- UFO· Rainbow· Deep Purple
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Red & The Black 4:21
- 2 O.D.’d on Life Itself 4:49
- 3 Hot Rails to Hell 5:10
- 4 7 Screaming Diz‐Busters 6:58
- 5 Baby Ice Dog 3:23
- 6 Wings Wetted Down 4:14
- 7 Teen Archer 3:57
- 8 Mistress of the Salmon Salt (Quicklime Girl) 5:07
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